Governors Ball Committee co-chair Barbara Cassel (at lectern) introduces this year's theme--Reigning with Radiance--as co-chair Geriann McIntosh looks on. This year's event will feature 30 Swarovski crystal chandeliers that drop 27 feet from the ceiling.

Sequoia Productions founder Cheryl Cecchetto takes the stage to thank her team; this year marks the 18th year that Sequoia has produced the Emmy events.

The event design will feature some 45,000 Swarovski crystals used to create 530 strands. The layout will feature a center lounge 30 feet from the stage where guests can lounge and mingle.

Here, the event layout.

Furniture, provided by Designer 8, will include these leather pieces, which feature tufted backs and nailhead accents.

And more Designer 8 furniture, here in linen.

A pretty table with floral from La Premier, featuring callas, orchids and Della roses.

Another look. Linens will include the tones of Rose Gold, Ivory, Silver, Cream, Amber Blush and Champagne.

A low arrangement with candles.

A display from sponsor La Premier.

Sleek chair covers.

Longtime Emmy caterer Joachim Splichal (left) of Patina Catering takes the stage to introduce the 2015 Emmy menu.

A server shows off Patina's first course: Wildflower Honey Poached Forelle Pear Salad.

The plated first course.

The main course: Filet of Beef Tenderloin with Herb-scented Potato Terrine, King Trumpet Mushrooms, Yucca Chips, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Red Wine Jus and Bearnaise Espuma.

And dessert: Single Origin Ghana Brownie with Zephry Popcorn Chantilly, Cara Crakine and Baby Bourbon Caramel.

Plated dishes on the table.

Sponsor L'Oreal welcomes Le Premier founder Kevin Lee.

Sponsor Penfolds will provide its Bin 311 Chardonnay and Bin 389 Cabernet Shiraz to event guests.

Sponsor Patron Tequila will offer specialty cocktails.